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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2005 🢒 Equinox 🢒 Restraints 🢒 Seat Belts 🢒 Rear Seat Belt Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the rear lower quarter trim. Refer to Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

    2. Object Number: 965660 Size: SH
  2. Remove the rear wheel quarter trim panel by pulling at the attaching clip locations.
  3. On the driver side, disconnect the auxiliary plug wire harness connection.

    4. Object Number: 965560 Size: SH
  4. Remove the shoulder belt fastener at the floor.

    5. Object Number: 964651 Size: SH
  5. Remove the retractor fastener and remove the retractor.

    6. Object Number: 964659 Size: SH
  6. Unsnap the upper fastener cover and remove the shoulder belt upper fastener. Remove the shoulder belt assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 964651 Size: SH

    Important: Apply Permatex® 24200 on all restraint fasteners prior to installation.

  1. Position the retractor into the structure. Verify that the locking tabs are in place. Install the fastener.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).


    Object Number: 964659 Size: SH
  2. Install the shoulder belt upper fastener.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  3. Snap the fastener cover closed.

    4. Object Number: 965560 Size: SH

    Important: Verify that the belt is not twisted during installation.

  4. Install the shoulder belt to the floor with the fastener.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).


    Object Number: 965660 Size: SH
  5. On the driver side, connect the auxiliary plug connection.
  6. Install the lower quarter trim. Refer to Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  7. Operate the shoulder belt to ensure proper installation.